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Lead Veterinarian

American Veterinary Group (AVG)
Ocala, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 4/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/4/2026

Department: General Practice Hospitals

Location: South Ocala Animal Clinic

Description

South Ocala Animal Clinic is looking to add a Lead Veterinarian to serve as the medical leader of the practice, creating a positive and collaborative work environment for the hospital team. You will play a critical role in ensuring the delivery of high-quality medical care while also supporting the overall success of the practice operations.

We are happy to consider veterinarians with strong leadership experience or less experienced veterinarians with goals of leadership in the future. We love to mentor and help build the next generation of veterinary leaders.

  • Digital Rads, butterfly ultrasound, surgery suite
  • 30 minutes from Gainesville
  • Strong technical team including skilled support staff

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate and engage with the clinical team and leadership
  • Assist Practice Manager with the staffing and scheduling to ensure goals are met
  • Grow relationships within the practice and the community
  • Encourage the growth of support staff members through our internal LevelUp training program
  • Manage a varying caseload, including surgeries and appointments
  • Oversee the medical care of all patients
  • Serve as the veterinarian of record for all required hospital permits and licenses
  • Partner with hospital leadership to ensure medical quality

Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise

  • DVM/VMD degree from an AVMA accredited college (or successful completion of the ECFVG or PAVE program)
  • Active license in good standing to practice in the state in which candidate will be employed (or the ability to obtain a license in that state)

Benefits

  • Sign-On Bonus Options
  • Optional Pro-Sal with No Negative Accrual
  • Significantly Discounted Personal Veterinary Care – Multiple Pets!
  • Paid Continuing Education (CE) Days & Allowance
  • Paid State Licensing Fees
  • Paid AVMA and State Professional Dues
  • Covered Professional Liability Insurance (PLIT)
  • Personalized & Surgical Mentorship
  • Internal Veterinarian Collaboration & Consultations Platforms
  • Flexible Compensation Package
  • Healthcare Packages & 401k Retirement Match
  • 3 Weeks PTO, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave Paid Maternity Leave, Work/Life Balance day off annually

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